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'Footloose,' Filmed in Kennesaw, Premieres Today; LEGO Contest

Here are five things you should know before you leave the house today.

1. After some dreary weather this week, it's shaping up to be a beautiful day. According to the National Weather Service, today will be sunny with a high near 74. Tonight will be mostly clear with a low near 50.

2. The remake of Footloose premieres today, and you just may spot some familiar locations in the film. The movie was filmed around the Atlanta area last fall, including  right here in Kennesaw. Besides Kennesaw, filmmakers also visited Acworth, Hiram, Covington and other communities in Georgia. Did you spot the filmmakers and stars around town last year? Were you an extra in the film? Let us know in our comments section below, and upload your photos and videos of the experience directly to this article. Also, we'll have a review of the movie later on, so be sure to check back in with Patch.

3.  will hold its "Kiddie Gardener" series today at 10 a.m. Kids ages 3-5 are invited to join the program for a garden-related story, exploration of the gardens and other educational activities. All children must be accompanied by an adult. The program fee is $5, and reservations are required. For more information, call 770-919-0248 or send an e-mail to LVanderhoff@smithgilbertgardens.com.

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4. is holding a LEGO-building competition tonight at 6. Fourth, 5th and 6th graders are invited to participate and show off their LEGO-building prowess for the chance to win a LEGO Death Star and other prizes. Register by visiting www.ncchristian.org and clicking on the LEGO button.

5. In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to raise awareness, please take a photo or video of yourself wearing a pink ribbon and . We invite you to share your stories with the community and to let us know about any upcoming breast cancer charity and awareness events.

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